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- And Thoughts On Bores (1833)

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Harrington: And Thoughts On Bores is a novel written by Maria Edgeworth and published in 1833. The story revolves around the character of Mr. Harrington, a wealthy and successful businessman who is constantly pursued by a group of bores - people who are dull, uninteresting, and draining to be around. Throughout the novel, Edgeworth explores the theme of social interaction and the importance of surrounding oneself with people who are engaging and stimulating. She also delves into the idea of personal growth and self-improvement, as Mr. Harrington learns to navigate his way through the social scene and develop meaningful relationships with those around him. The book is written in a witty and satirical tone, with Edgeworth poking fun at the various personalities and quirks of the characters. At the same time, she also offers insightful commentary on the social norms and expectations of the time period. Overall, Harrington: And Thoughts On Bores is a humorous and thought-provoking novel that offers a unique perspective on social dynamics and personal growth.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781165487899
  • Indbinding:
  • Paperback
  • Sideantal:
  • 338
  • Udgivet:
  • 10. september 2010
  • Størrelse:
  • 152x229x18 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 454 g.
  • 2-3 uger.
  • 19. december 2024
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Harrington: And Thoughts On Bores is a novel written by Maria Edgeworth and published in 1833. The story revolves around the character of Mr. Harrington, a wealthy and successful businessman who is constantly pursued by a group of bores - people who are dull, uninteresting, and draining to be around. Throughout the novel, Edgeworth explores the theme of social interaction and the importance of surrounding oneself with people who are engaging and stimulating. She also delves into the idea of personal growth and self-improvement, as Mr. Harrington learns to navigate his way through the social scene and develop meaningful relationships with those around him. The book is written in a witty and satirical tone, with Edgeworth poking fun at the various personalities and quirks of the characters. At the same time, she also offers insightful commentary on the social norms and expectations of the time period. Overall, Harrington: And Thoughts On Bores is a humorous and thought-provoking novel that offers a unique perspective on social dynamics and personal growth.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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